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Massage Gun vs Foam Roller: Which Is Better for Muscle Recovery?
Massage Gun vs Foam Roller: Which Is Better for Muscle Recovery?
|By John Yeong
Massage gun vs foam roller: which recovery tool is right for you? Compare localized percussive therapy against broad foam rolling to build the ultimate athlete recovery toolkit on ATHLO+. Read more...
Ice Baths for Athletes: Benefits, Risks, and How Cold Is Cold Enough?
Ice Baths for Athletes: Benefits, Risks, and How Cold Is Cold Enough?
|By John Yeong
Wondering if ice baths actually work? Discover the science of cold water immersion for athletes, ideal temperatures, timings, and how to recover smarter. Read more...
Magnesium for Muscle Recovery: What the Science Says (and Why Athletes Need More)
Magnesium for Muscle Recovery: What the Science Says (and Why Athletes Need More)
|By John Yeong
Does magnesium speed muscle recovery? Discover how this essential mineral eases cramps, supports deep sleep, and why athletes need it in their daily routine. Read more...
Percussive Therapy 101: What a Massage Gun Actually Does (and How to Use It)
Percussive Therapy 101: What a Massage Gun Actually Does (and How to Use It)
|By Sport Plus
What does a massage gun actually do for recovery? Discover the science of percussive therapy, key benefits for soreness, and how to get the most from Therabody on ATHLO+. Read more...
How to Use a Massage Gun Before and After a Workout (Complete Step-by-Step Guide)
How to Use a Massage Gun Before and After a Workout (Complete Step-by-Step Guide)
|By John Yeong
Master how to use a massage gun before and after workouts. Learn the exact speeds, timing, and routines to prime muscles, prevent soreness, and recover faster with Therabody on ATHLO+. Read more...
Massage Gun Mistakes: Where Not to Use It, and How Long Is Enough
Massage Gun Mistakes: Where Not to Use It, and How Long Is Enough
|By John Yeong
Avoid the most common massage gun mistakes. Learn where never to use percussive therapy, how long is safe per muscle group, and how to recover injury-free with Therabody on ATHLO+. Read more...
Cold Plunge Before or After Training? How to Time It for Strength vs Endurance
Cold Plunge Before or After Training? How to Time It for Strength vs Endurance
|By John Yeong
Should you cold plunge before or after a workout? Discover the exact science of cold plunge timing to protect your strength gains while maximizing recovery. Read more...
Building a Weekly Recovery Routine: How to Structure Heat, Cold, and Rest Like a Pro
Building a Weekly Recovery Routine: How to Structure Heat, Cold, and Rest Like a Pro
|By Sport Plus
Build an effective weekly recovery routine. Learn how to layer sauna, cold plunge, and rest into your training cycle to recover faster and perform better. Read more...
Contrast Therapy for Athletes: Does Alternating Hot and Cold Actually Work?
Contrast Therapy for Athletes: Does Alternating Hot and Cold Actually Work?
|By John Yeong
Does alternating between sauna and ice bath speed recovery? Discover the science of contrast therapy recovery, proven protocols, and when to use it. Read more...
Sauna for Endurance: How Heat Training Can Unlock Your Next Personal Best
Sauna for Endurance: How Heat Training Can Unlock Your Next Personal Best
|By John Yeong
Sauna isn't just for relaxation. Learn the science of post-workout heat exposure, how it expands plasma volume, builds endurance, and accelerates recovery. Read more...
Topical vs Oral Magnesium: Which Is Best for Athletic Recovery?
Topical vs Oral Magnesium: Which Is Best for Athletic Recovery?
|By John Yeong
Magnesium cream or tablets? Compare topical vs oral magnesium for muscle soreness, absorption, and gut comfort—and discover why runners combine both. Read more...
Training Load and Recovery Time: How to Read Your Garmin Metrics for Peak Performance
Training Load and Recovery Time: How to Read Your Garmin Metrics for Peak Performance
|By John Yeong
Learn how to interpret Garmin training load, recovery time, and training status. Master your data to train smarter, avoid burnout, and hit new PRs. Read more...
Sleep, HRV, and Body Battery: How to Use Wearable Data to Supercharge Your Recovery
Sleep, HRV, and Body Battery: How to Use Wearable Data to Supercharge Your Recovery
|By John Yeong
Modern GPS running watches and fitness wearables do far more than log splits and count mileage. Today’s top devices offer a 24/7 window into your physiology, helping you balance hard... Read more...
Running Gait Analysis: How Biomechanics Testing Solves Recurring Niggles and Unlocks Speed
Running Gait Analysis: How Biomechanics Testing Solves Recurring Niggles and Unlocks Speed
|By John Yeong
If you find yourself nursing the same recurring shin splint, IT band ache, or runner’s knee every time you ramp up your weekly mileage, you know how frustrating the "rest,... Read more...
Push Through or See a Physio? A Runner’s Guide to Managing Aches, Niggles, and Pain
Push Through or See a Physio? A Runner’s Guide to Managing Aches, Niggles, and Pain
|By John Yeong
Every endurance runner, HYROX competitor, and active athlete knows the mental debate that starts three kilometers into a session: Is that tightness in my calf just post-workout soreness, or am... Read more...
The Sports Arina @ Jalan Kayu Preview Showcases Singapore’s Largest Privately Operated Multi-Sports Venue in the Northeast of Singapore
The Sports Arina @ Jalan Kayu Preview Showcases Singapore’s Largest Privately Operated Multi-Sports Venue in the Northeast of Singapore
|By SportPlus News
Community leaders, commercial partners, and sporting stakeholders were invited to experience the vision behind The Sports Arina’s flagship development, which aims to serve as a future-ready, inclusive sports and wellness... Read more...
Ice Baths, Massage Guns & Recovery Gadgets: Hype or Game-Changer? Fit Talk Podcast with Chermaine and JX [Ep 8] ft. Ng Xuan Jie
Ice Baths, Massage Guns & Recovery Gadgets: Hype or Game-Changer? Fit Talk Podcast with Chermaine and JX [Ep 8] ft. Ng Xuan Jie
|By John Yeong
Fit Talk Podcast Breaks Down the Truth About Recovery with National Duathlete Ng Xuan Jie. Read more...
Can a Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Boost Your Recovery and Endurance?
Can a Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Boost Your Recovery and Endurance?
|By SportPlus Feature
Discover how HBOT is transforming performance and recovery for everyday athletes in Singapore. Read more...
Breaking Recovery Myths with SEA Games Silver Medalist Danielle Reyes Lim: Why 100PLUS PRO High Protein Is the Hydration Game-Changer We All Needed
Breaking Recovery Myths with SEA Games Silver Medalist Danielle Reyes Lim: Why 100PLUS PRO High Protein Is the Hydration Game-Changer We All Needed
|By John Yeong
100PLUS PRO High Protein isn’t a protein shake. It’s an electrolyte drink first, one that’s thoughtfully enhanced with protein to support active bodies before, during, and after exercise. Read more...
Pedal Smart: Expert Podiatrist Tips to Prevent Cycling Injuries with Team Singapore Cyclist Yeo Boon Kiak
Pedal Smart: Expert Podiatrist Tips to Prevent Cycling Injuries with Team Singapore Cyclist Yeo Boon Kiak
|By John Yeong
SEA Games Cyclist Yeo Boon Kiak joins SportPlus.sg to share tips on how cyclists can prevent injuries. Read more...
Rehabilitating Nagging Shin Splints and Knee Injuries in Sports
Rehabilitating Nagging Shin Splints and Knee Injuries in Sports
|By Hana Basir
Shin splints are one of the more common and persistent forms of injuries an athlete, especially runners, can face. Delve into the injury wit Read more...
All You Need to Know About Shoulder Dislocations in Martial Arts
All You Need to Know About Shoulder Dislocations in Martial Arts
|By Hana Basir
In a high-risk sport like martial arts, it is essential for martial artists to know how to navigate shoulder dislocations Read more...
Dream Big: Fencer Amita Berthier Eyes Being a Contender and Not Just a Participant at Paris 2024 Olympics
Dream Big: Fencer Amita Berthier Eyes Being a Contender and Not Just a Participant at Paris 2024 Olympics
|By John Yeong
From managing expectations, to pre-match superstitions and hydration tips, find out how Olympic fencer Amita Berthier does it all. Read more...
The Dreaded Runner’s Knee: Common Running Injuries
The Dreaded Runner’s Knee: Common Running Injuries
|By Claudia Peeris
Dr Bryan Wang of Beacon Orthopaedics takes us through the dreaded Runner's Knee injury Read more...
Plunge into The Best Recovery Methods While Training For Sydney Marathon with The Muscle Lab
Plunge into The Best Recovery Methods While Training For Sydney Marathon with The Muscle Lab
|By Hana Basir
Training for Sydney Marathon? Find out with The Muscle Lab Singapore just how important recovery is for the body Read more...
Bouncing Back: Navigating The Challenges Of ACL Injuries 
Bouncing Back: Navigating The Challenges Of ACL Injuries 
|By Claudia Peeris
ACL tears are one of the most soul-crushing and common injuries amongst footballers. Dr Bryan Wang of Beacon Orthopaedics takes us through t Read more...
Discover Theragun Sense: More Than A Massage Gun
Discover Theragun Sense: More Than A Massage Gun
|By Sofia Yowendra
Theragun Sense introduces scientifically proven percussive massage therapy and calming breathwork for overall wellness Read more...
Recover Faster at Home with Theragun PRO Plus, the ultimate post-workout recovery device
Recover Faster at Home with Theragun PRO Plus, the ultimate post-workout recovery device
|By Sofia Yowendra
Featuring five vibration speeds, light therapy, heat therapy and a cold attachment, Theragun PRO Plus is the latest revolutionary device Read more...
Shoulder Injuries: How To Ensure A Safe Workout
Shoulder Injuries: How To Ensure A Safe Workout
|By Hana Basir
Correct form and knowing your limits are essential in living a healthy lifestyle safely, says Dr Bryan Wang of Beacon Orthopaedics. Read more...
Preparing for a 10KM Road Race Coaching Tips (2): ASICS Running Club Head Coach Shah Feroz
Preparing for a 10KM Road Race Coaching Tips (2): ASICS Running Club Head Coach Shah Feroz
|By SportPlus Feature
What key practices should you adopt the day before a 10KM race? Get Useful Coaching Tips for the upcoming ASICS META: Time: Trials here. Read more...
100PLUS PRO with Shanti Pereira: Great for Recovery and to Tackle Intensity of My Workouts
100PLUS PRO with Shanti Pereira: Great for Recovery and to Tackle Intensity of My Workouts
|By John Yeong
Asia's fastest woman Shanti Pereira shares with SportPlus.sg why she thinks 100PLUS PRO is a great complement to her recovery regime. Read more...
100PLUS PRO with Hassan Sunny: Everything You Need for Recovery
100PLUS PRO with Hassan Sunny: Everything You Need for Recovery
|By John Yeong
SportPlus.sg sits down with national footballer Hassan Sunny to ask him about his recovery regime, favourite recovery food and 100PLUS PRO. Read more...
What are the benefits of recovery drinks for athletes?
What are the benefits of recovery drinks for athletes?
|By SportPlus Feature
What are recovery drinks, and what do they do? How much should you take, and when should you take it? Read more...
Elevating Wellness: TheraCup Cupping Therapy vs Traditional Cupping Therapy
Elevating Wellness: TheraCup Cupping Therapy vs Traditional Cupping Therapy
|By Sofia Yowendra
Find out how the TheraCup Smart Cupping Device fares against more Traditional Cupping Therapy. Read more...
Benefits of Cupping for Training Recovery: TheraCup
Benefits of Cupping for Training Recovery: TheraCup
|By Sofia Yowendra
Explore the benefits of cupping and experience a professional cupping therapy right in the comfort of your home. Read more...
5 tips on how to recover from injury with Yvonne Chee
5 tips on how to recover from injury with Yvonne Chee
|By SportPlus Feature
National marathoner Yvonne Chee hopes to use insights gained from her own injury experience to help others. Read more...
How to Avoid Injury in Sports: Four Ways To Improve Training with Sports Tech
How to Avoid Injury in Sports: Four Ways To Improve Training with Sports Tech
|By Charis Chua
From data visualisation to setting milestones, find out how technology plays a part in helping to reduce sports injuries while training. Read more...